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A '''Server''' is a system that responds to requests across a computer network to provide a network service. In video games, they are used to host multiplayer matches between players and can be modified depending on the game and owner.
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A '''Server''' is a system that responds to requests across a computer network to provide a network service. In video games, they are used to host multiplayer matches between players and can be modified depending on the game and owner. The ''[[Battlefield Series]]'' allows players to join servers either randomly or based on map and gametype. Many installments also allow players to rent and customize servers.
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==Voting==
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==Battlefield 2==
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===Voting===
'''Voting''' is a system where a player can make various game-related decisions.
'''Voting''' is a system where a player can make various game-related decisions.
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===Group Voting===
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====Group Voting====
Only one group vote can be active at a time. Votes in progress can be viewed on the [[scoreboard]]. After a set period of time, the results of the vote take effect. The number of votes needed depends on the number of players on each team or on the whole server.
Only one group vote can be active at a time. Votes in progress can be viewed on the [[scoreboard]]. After a set period of time, the results of the vote take effect. The number of votes needed depends on the number of players on each team or on the whole server.
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*'''Mutiny''' - For removing an undesirable [[Commander]] from power.
*'''Mutiny''' - For removing an undesirable [[Commander]] from power.
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===Personal Votes===
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====Personal Votes====
*'''Commander''' - To accept or reject the Commander position.
*'''Commander''' - To accept or reject the Commander position.
*'''Invite''' - To accept or reject an invitation to a [[squad]].
*'''Invite''' - To accept or reject an invitation to a [[squad]].
*'''Teamkill''' - For punishing or forgiving a [[teamkill]].
*'''Teamkill''' - For punishing or forgiving a [[teamkill]].
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==Kick==
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==Battlefield 3==
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Overview=
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''[[Battlefield 3]]'' features dedicated servers for it's multiplayer and Co-Op game modes. The game allows many ways for players to join a multiplayer server:
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*'''Quick Match''' - Quickly finds a completely random server or one based on the map and game type selected
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*'''Server Browser''' - Allows players to join a specific server and customize their search based on their preference
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*'''Join Game''' - Allows players to join friends already in-game from either the squad menu or friends list
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Kick=
To '''kick''' a player is to remove them from the server. This may be done to remove an abusive player from the game, or on full servers when a dedicated player (guaranteed a spot on a server) or admin wishes to join. This may also be done ''automatically'' as a result of meeting a [[teamkill]] quota, being inactive, having high [[wikipedia:Latency (engineering)|ping]], or failing a [[PunkBuster]] check.
To '''kick''' a player is to remove them from the server. This may be done to remove an abusive player from the game, or on full servers when a dedicated player (guaranteed a spot on a server) or admin wishes to join. This may also be done ''automatically'' as a result of meeting a [[teamkill]] quota, being inactive, having high [[wikipedia:Latency (engineering)|ping]], or failing a [[PunkBuster]] check.
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Bans can either be issued by administrators, by PunkBuster-related services, or by EA support staff. Bans can be issued by player ID, player account, or by IP address.
Bans can either be issued by administrators, by PunkBuster-related services, or by EA support staff. Bans can be issued by player ID, player account, or by IP address.
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==Matches==
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Matches=
'''Matches '''is a feature in ''[[Battlefield 3]]'' that allows players to create matches in which they can play only with their friends and other squad members online.
'''Matches '''is a feature in ''[[Battlefield 3]]'' that allows players to create matches in which they can play only with their friends and other squad members online.
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Players can review the results of the particular match on Battlelog, showing how many rounds were played, what maps were used, the team that won each round, etc.
Players can review the results of the particular match on Battlelog, showing how many rounds were played, what maps were used, the team that won each round, etc.
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Rent a Server=
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An update to the game allowed players to temporarily buy and rent a server. Owners can add custom pictures and captions to their server and can also give them a short description seen in the loading menu that tells of any unoffical rules to the server. Owners can make friends Administrators to the server, giving them the ability to kick or ban players as they see fit. The owner, however, is the sole person who can change map lineup and gameplay settings.
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==Custom Game Settings==
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===Custom Game Settings===
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===Battlefield 3===
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'''Custom Game Settings''' are used on rented servers where the owner wishes to change settings from those used in Normal game settings or [[Hardcore]]. Servers who's settings are overly customized will be labeled as an unranked server, causing players to not gain any experience in the match. I special icon was later added to unranked servers to better differiantiate them from ranked servers.
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'''Custom game settings''' are used on servers where the admin wishes to change settings from those used in Normal game settings or [[Hardcore]].
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Admins can change the following settings in Custom servers (defaults for Normal and Hardcore are shown):
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The following settings in Custom servers (defaults for Normal and Hardcore are shown):
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====Display====
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: [Normal: On | Hardcore: Off] Players can use the {{keypress|Camera}} button to switch to third-person chase view
: [Normal: On | Hardcore: Off] Players can use the {{keypress|Camera}} button to switch to third-person chase view
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====Health and damage====
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====Health and Damage====
;PLAYER HEALTH IN %
;PLAYER HEALTH IN %
: [Normal: 100 | Hardcore: 60]
: [Normal: 100 | Hardcore: 60]
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;BAN PLAYER AFTER OF KICKS
;BAN PLAYER AFTER OF KICKS
: [Default: 0] Players who have received too many kicks are banned indefinitely.
: [Default: 0] Players who have received too many kicks are banned indefinitely.
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==Battlefield 4==
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''[[Battlefield 4]]'' will allow players to rent and customize servers in a manner similar to ''Battlefield 3''.
[[Category:Features]]
[[Category:Features]]
[[Category:Battlefield 3]]
[[Category:Battlefield 3]]